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Your baby finally keeps food down. Feedings don’t end in tears or arching. Sleep stretches get longer, and you’re not constantly second-guessing whether something’s wrong.
That’s what happens when the nervous system interference causing reflux gets addressed. Not masked with medication. Not dismissed as “just colic.” Actually treated.
Most babies show noticeable improvement within four visits. Some parents see changes after the first session—less spitting up after every feeding, calmer digestion, fewer middle-of-the-night wake-ups. The kind of relief that lets you breathe again, too.
This isn’t about waiting it out or managing symptoms. It’s about giving your baby’s body what it needs to function the way it should—without drugs, without guessing, and without watching them struggle through another day.
Dr. Paul Roses has been helping families in Bayonne and Hamilton Park since before most pediatric chiropractic certifications even existed. He’s treated thousands of infants—many referred directly by pediatricians and lactation consultants who know his work.
Hamilton Park families tend to be highly educated, research-driven, and cautious about who touches their newborn. That’s exactly the kind of parent we work with every day. We don’t rush appointments, don’t oversell, and don’t treat your concerns like they’re overblown.
You’re not going to get a hard pitch here. You’re going to get straight answers, a clear plan, and adjustments so gentle they often look like nothing’s happening—until your baby stops screaming through every meal.
First, Dr. Roses will ask about your baby’s birth, feeding patterns, sleep, and when the reflux symptoms started. He’ll check for tension in the neck, spine, and cranial area—common after delivery, especially with assisted births or long labor.
The adjustment itself uses fingertip pressure. No twisting, no popping, no sudden movements. It’s about releasing tension in the upper spine and supporting proper nerve function to the digestive system. Most babies stay calm or even fall asleep during treatment.
You’ll usually start with two visits in the first week, then taper based on how your baby responds. Some families see enough improvement in three to four sessions that they move to maintenance care. Others need a bit more time, especially if there are multiple issues like colic and reflux being addressed together.
You’ll know within the first couple of weeks whether this is working. If it’s not, Dr. Roses will tell you and help you figure out the next step.
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Every visit includes a full assessment of your baby’s spine, nervous system, and any signs of imbalance that could be contributing to painful gas in newborns or reflux symptoms. Dr. Roses will also talk through feeding positions, sleep setups, and other factors that might be making things worse at home.
Hamilton Park parents often ask about coordinating care with their pediatrician. We encourage it. We’ve worked alongside local pediatric practices for years and can communicate directly with your child’s doctor if that’s helpful.
You’ll also get realistic expectations. Research shows that around 9 out of 10 infants experience significant improvement with chiropractic care for reflux, but that doesn’t mean every baby responds the same way or on the same timeline. Some take longer. Some need additional support, like addressing tongue tie or adjusting formula. You’ll get honest feedback at every stage.
This isn’t a one-size-fits-all protocol. It’s a personalized plan based on what your baby’s body is telling us—and what your family actually needs to function again.
Most parents notice a difference within the first four visits, and many see changes after just one or two. That said, every baby is different, and how quickly they respond depends on factors like birth trauma, how long symptoms have been present, and whether there are other issues like tongue tie or feeding difficulties.
Dr. Roses typically recommends starting with two visits in the first week, then adjusting frequency based on your baby’s progress. If your baby is improving, you’ll space visits out. If things aren’t changing, he’ll reassess and talk through whether chiropractic care is the right fit or if something else needs to be addressed first.
The goal isn’t to keep you coming indefinitely. It’s to get your baby comfortable, then give you a maintenance plan that makes sense for your family.
Constant arching during or after feeds is a big one. So is excessive crying with no clear cause, difficulty latching or staying latched, and trouble settling even when held. You might also notice your baby strongly prefers one side when nursing or always turns their head the same direction.
These aren’t just personality quirks. They’re often signs of tension or misalignment in the upper spine or neck that’s affecting nerve function to the digestive system. When those nerves aren’t communicating properly, the muscles that control digestion don’t work as smoothly—and that can lead to reflux, gas, and discomfort.
During the exam, Dr. Roses will check for restricted movement, muscle tightness, and areas of tenderness that suggest nervous system interference. If he finds something, he’ll explain what’s going on and how adjustments can help. If he doesn’t find anything chiropractic-related, he’ll tell you that too.
Yes, when it’s done by someone trained in pediatric techniques. The pressure used on infants is extremely light—about the same as testing the ripeness of a tomato. There’s no cracking, no forceful manipulation, and nothing that would startle or hurt your baby.
A study of nearly 700 pediatric patients receiving over 5,200 treatments found zero serious adverse effects and only seven minor ones, like temporary fussiness. European research shows adverse reactions occur in less than 0.25% of cases. Compare that to the side effects of infant reflux medications, many of which have only been studied in adults.
Dr. Roses has been adjusting infants for over three decades. He knows the difference between normal newborn fussiness and something that needs medical attention. If your baby’s reflux is severe enough to require medication or further testing, he’ll refer you back to your pediatrician without hesitation. Safety comes first, always.
It helps with both, because they’re often connected. Gas pain in newborns usually comes from the same nerve interference that causes reflux—when the digestive system isn’t getting clear signals from the brain, everything slows down or doesn’t coordinate properly.
Adjustments help restore normal nerve function, which supports better digestion, more regular bowel movements, and less trapped gas. Parents often report that their baby passes gas more easily after adjustments and seems less uncomfortable overall.
That said, gas can also be related to feeding technique, formula intolerance, or a tongue tie that’s causing your baby to swallow too much air. Dr. Roses will help you figure out what’s contributing and whether chiropractic care is the right starting point or if you need to address something else first. Sometimes it’s a combination, and that’s okay—we’ll work with you to figure it out.
Many pediatricians in the Hamilton Park and Bayonne area already refer patients to Dr. Roses, especially when parents are looking for natural options before starting medication. That said, not every pediatrician is familiar with pediatric chiropractic care, and some may have concerns.
We encourage open communication. If your pediatrician wants to discuss the treatment plan or has questions about safety, Dr. Roses is happy to connect with them directly. We’ve worked alongside local pediatric practices for years and understand the value of a team approach.
If your baby’s reflux is severe—poor weight gain, frequent choking, or signs of failure to thrive—your pediatrician may want to rule out other issues first, and that’s completely reasonable. Chiropractic care works well as a complementary treatment, but it’s not a replacement for medical evaluation when something more serious might be going on.
The first visit is mostly listening and observation. Dr. Roses will ask about your pregnancy, delivery, feeding routine, and when you first noticed symptoms. He’ll want to know if your baby had any birth interventions like vacuum or forceps, because those can create the kind of tension that leads to reflux.
Then he’ll do a gentle physical exam—checking your baby’s spine, neck, and head for areas of restriction or tenderness. The actual adjustment, if needed, takes just a few minutes and uses very light pressure. Some babies don’t even wake up.
After the adjustment, Dr. Roses will walk you through what he found, what the treatment plan looks like, and what changes to watch for at home. You’ll leave with a clear sense of whether this is likely to help and how long it might take. No pressure, no upselling—just honest information so you can make the right call for your family.
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